Coimbatore: Union minister for youth affairs and sports Anurag Thakur on Saturday said the Isha Gramotsavam had become an effective tool for social transformation by breaking caste barriers in the society, empowering women and reviving the resilient rural spirit. He was speaking at the finale of Isha Gramotsavam at the Isha Yoga Centre here on the day.
The sporting extravaganza which began August was held across the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala, besides the Union Territory of Puducherry.
The events were held at more than 194 rural locations with 60,000 players, including 10,000 rural women, participating in sports like kabaddi and throwball.
Launched by Sadhguru in 2004, the social initiative is aimed at bringing the spirit of sports and playfulness into the lives of rural people.
Thakur said, “The initiative celebrates rural sports and culture like none other. The Isha Gramotsavam was started in 2004 with the aim of bringing health, prosperity and well-being to the rural masses. I can see the sports persons here, who work as labourers, agriculturalists and fishermen, and the competitive spirit in them.”
Sadhguru said celebration was the basis of life and it was possible only when one is playful. “So, it’s fantastic to see more than 60,000 players and thousands of spectators from across 25,000 villages participate in the event.”
The Union minister was accompanied by Sadhguru, founder of Isha Foundation, actor Santhanam and former Indian hockey captain Dhanraj Pillay.
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The sporting extravaganza which began August was held across the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala, besides the Union Territory of Puducherry.
The events were held at more than 194 rural locations with 60,000 players, including 10,000 rural women, participating in sports like kabaddi and throwball.
Launched by Sadhguru in 2004, the social initiative is aimed at bringing the spirit of sports and playfulness into the lives of rural people.
Thakur said, “The initiative celebrates rural sports and culture like none other. The Isha Gramotsavam was started in 2004 with the aim of bringing health, prosperity and well-being to the rural masses. I can see the sports persons here, who work as labourers, agriculturalists and fishermen, and the competitive spirit in them.”
Sadhguru said celebration was the basis of life and it was possible only when one is playful. “So, it’s fantastic to see more than 60,000 players and thousands of spectators from across 25,000 villages participate in the event.”
The Union minister was accompanied by Sadhguru, founder of Isha Foundation, actor Santhanam and former Indian hockey captain Dhanraj Pillay.
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Over 300 women from mining-affected villages in Ramgarh are receiving training in fashion designing and garment manufacturing. The training is being conducted by master trainers from Crest Academy Private Limited and is funded by the District Mineral Foundation Trust. Once the six-month training is completed, the women will have job opportunities in a garment manufacturing house, with the garments being sold in branded showrooms across the country. This initiative aims to provide better career prospects and livelihoods for women in rural areas.
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Actress Isha Sharma and actor Nishant Malkani enjoyed a beautiful Shikara boat ride while shooting for the upcoming television show, Pashminna – Dhaage Mohobbat Ke. The scene was shot in the serene waters of Kashmir, adding to the show’s romantic atmosphere. Nishant Malkani expressed his excitement about filming in the picturesque locations of Kashmir, while Isha Sharma shared her joy of merging her love for mountains with the narrative of the show. Pashminna promises to deliver a unique love story set against the stunning landscapes of Srinagar and Gulmarg in Kashmir.
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